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To maximize our time in the Galapagos Islands, our plan was to fly in through Seymour Airport on Isla Baltra (just off Santa Cruz), visit Isla Isabela, and then fly out through the San Cristobal Airport. Getting from Isabela to San Cristobal there are basically two choices, a double powerboat ride from Isabela, to Santa Cruz, and then again from Santa Cruz to San Cristobal; or you can book a charter flight on a small plane.
While most of the group opted for the less expensive boat ride, Fil decided after our first ride that he would happily pay the extra fee to avoid another nauseating boat ride. So the group split up, to hopefully find our way back together on San Cristobal. As usual, we wasted no time upon arrival to find a place to stay, visit a dive shop to book our boat for tomorrow, and then start exploring the town (Puerto Baquerizo Moreno).
2:00 It was easy to find a ton of wildlife, even along the main strip. Head north along the shore and you will find ton of beaches in succession, including: Playa de Oro, Playa Mann, Play Punta Carola, and Muelle Tijeretas. Most were littered with sunbathing sea-lions, though they didn't mind sharing some space (well most of them anyways). The sea-lion pups are adorable, it takes everything in you not to run up and hug them.
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Marine iguanas, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, South America
The marine iguana is an iguana found only on the Galápagos Islands that has the ability, unique among modern lizards, to live and forage in the sea, making it a marine reptile. The iguana can dive over 9 m (30 ft) into the water. It has spread to all the islands in the archipelago, and is sometimes called the Galápagos marine iguana. It mainly lives on the rocky Galápagos shore, but can also be spotted in marshes and mangrove beaches. On his visit to the islands, Charles Darwin was revolted by the animals' appearance, writing: The black Lava rocks on the beach are frequented by large (60--90 cm (2.0--3.0 ft), disgusting clumsy Lizards. They are as black as the porous rocks over which they crawl & seek their prey from the Sea. I call them 'imps of darkness'. They assuredly well become the land they inhabit. Amblyrhynchus cristatus is not always black; the young have a lighter coloured dorsal stripe, and some adult specimens are grey, and adult males vary in colour with the season. Dark tones allow the lizards to rapidly absorb heat to minimize the period of lethargy after emerging from the water. Breeding-season adult males on the southern islands (Española, Floreana and nearby islets) are the most colourful and will acquire red and teal-green colours, while on Santa Cruz they are brick red and black, and on Fernandina they are brick red and dull greenish. Another difference between the iguanas is size, which is different depending on the island the individual iguana inhabits. The iguanas living on the islands of Fernandina and Isabela (named for the famous rulers of Spain) are the largest found anywhere in the Galápagos. On the other end of the spectrum, the smallest iguanas are found on the island on Genovesa. Adult males are up to 1.7 metres (5.6 ft) long, females 0.6--1 metre (2.0--3.3 ft), males weigh up to 1.5 kilograms (3.3 lb). The marine iguana lacks agility on land but is a graceful swimmer. Its laterally flattened tail and spiky dorsal fins aid in propulsion, while its long, sharp claws allow it to hold onto rocks in strong currents. Its diet consists of seaweed and algae. A flat snout and sharp teeth enable it to browse on algae growing on rocks. A nasal gland filters its blood for excess salt ingested while eating, which is expelled through the nostrils, often leaving white patches of salt on its face. As an ectothermic animal, the marine iguana can spend only a limited time in cold water diving for algae. Dives of more than 15 m may last up to half an hour. Afterwards it basks in the sun to warm up. Until it can do so it is unable to move effectively, making it vulnerable to predation. Marine iguanas become highly defensive when in this state, biting at potential threats. During the breeding season males assemble large harems of females, which they guard aggressively against rivals. Marine iguanas have been found to change their size to adapt to varying food conditions. During an El Niño cycle in which food diminished for two years, some were found to decrease their length by as much as 20%. When food supply returned to normal, iguana size followed suit. It is speculated that the bones of the iguanas actually shorten as shrinkage of connective tissue could only account for a 10% change in length. Research suggests iguanas secrete a stress hormone that induces decreased skeletal size. El Niño conditions also increase mortality among larger-bodied iguanas, which take longer after foraging trips to warm up and digest algae consumed than smaller-bodied iguanas. Thus the latter are able to make more feeding excursions in a given day. The marine iguana is completely protected under the laws of Ecuador, and is listed under CITES Appendix II. Decreases in food supply due to El Niño cause periodic major declines in population. The species is threatened by predation by introduced species such as cats and dogs, which prey particularly upon its young. The total population size is unknown, but is, according to IUCN, at least 50,000, and estimates from the Charles Darwin Research Station are in the hundreds of thousands. Researchers theorize that land iguanas and marine iguanas evolved from a common ancestor since arriving on the islands from South America, presumably by rafting. It is thought that the ancestral species inhabited a part of the volcanic archipelago that is now submerged. The two species remain mutually fertile, and occasionally hybridize where their ranges overlap.
Galapagos Eco Fishing Promo Video
Galapagos Eco Fishing is a family run charter on San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos. During my stay I was lucky enough to meet the family and enjoy many amazing fishing adventures whilst filming this video. The location is spectacular, the fishing is incredible and the family are lovely people.
San Cristobal Galapagos Islands
The best of San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos. We could not have had a better time in San Cristobal. It was for sure the highlight of our Galapagos Island land-based itinerary. Check out our full San Cristobal blog post here:
Sea Lions at San Cristobal Galapagos by Campus Trekking Tour Operator - Ecuador
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San Cristobal is located in the far south east of the Galapagos archipelago. With a newly refurbished airstrip it has become one of two arrival points to the islands as well as the provincial capital Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is also where you will have a chance to visit the interpretation center which opened in 1998. This is a very informative site, built to give visitors an overview of the natural and human history of the Galapagos as well as plans for the future.
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This vertical rock off the northwest coast of San Cristobal juts up approximately 500 feet straight out of the water. As you approach from San Cristobal it will have the appearance of a boot, giving it the name Kicker Rock. As you get closer and cruise around towards the north face, you will have the opportunity to spot blue footed boobies, masked boobies and magnificent frigate birds.
Genovesa (Tower Island)
Located in the far north east of the archipelago, Genovesa is home to some of the most spectacular bird watching in the Galapagos. Most visits include a stop at Prince Philips steps and Darwin Bay. Both locations are superb for viewing the abundance of birdlife, including swallow-tailed gulls, storm petrels, frigate birds and tropic birds. At times the sky seems filled with birds. You will also see Red Footed Boobies which, like the frigate bird, nest in the branches of the low lying shrubs. (Breeding Season is from September to July.) Aside from birdlife, Genovesa is also a great place for snorkeling. With small cliffs lining the bay, there is a diverse array of sea life that lives around these rocky outcroppings as well as on the sandy bottom.
Fernandina
Fernandina is the westernmost island in the Galapagos, located just a short distance from Isabela. One of the youngest islands in the Galapagos, Fernadina remains one of the most highly active volcanic islands, with its main crater approximately 6.5 kilometers wide. Due to its young age and lack of precipitation, it does not have the rich flora that other islands such as Santa Cruz or San Cristobal do. This allows only a certain group of animals to thrive here, most notably the flightless cormorant. Punta Espinoza is the main area of visit, offering great contrast between the green mangroves, black lava flows, and turquoise waters. The island is also home to the largest colony of sea iguanas in the Galapagos.
Urbina Bay
Urbina Bay is located south of Tagus Cove on the western coast of Isabela and is largely known for a 5 kilometer section that was uplifted some 4 meters in a geological event in 1954, leaving sea life stranded above the ocean. From Urbina Bay you will also have the chance to cruise through large Mangroves as well as search for Giant Tortoises.
Like many other islands in the Galapagos, North Seymour was uplifted by underground seismic activity. Its location just north of Baltra makes this one of the most visited islands in the Galapagos, with visitors coming for day trips from Puerto Ayora as well as on scheduled cruises. North Seymour is home to the largest nesting ground of magnificent frigate birds and a great place to see the males display their large red pouches in hopes of attracting a mate. This is also a place with an abundance of sea lions, land iguanas and blue footed boobies.
Many tours to Santa Fe will also include a hike to the top of a distant cliff in search of land iguanas, which are distinct to this island and can grow to be over five feet long. You will also notice the towering opuntia cactus, which grow to heights of over 30 feet in order to protect themselves from the land iguanas.
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Here we first visited the Darwin Centre (see other video) and then we went for a walk in the city - the most interesting seeing was the local fish market, where the fishermen just had landed catch of the day and was cleaning the fish - sea lions, frigate birds and pelicans were fighting for the remains, and fishermen had a hard time keeping sea lions and the large birds away from the fish - a fun experience - late morning we went back to the ship for lunch.
Puerto Ayora
Santa Cruz hosts the largest human population in the archipelago at the town of Puerto Ayora, a port city located along Academy Bay on Santa Cruz Island, with more than 12,000 inhabitants, the largest city in the Galapagos. The city is home to the National Park Tortoise Breeding Center and the Charles Darwin Research Station and a center of tourism in the islands. There are many trips from Puerto Ayora to the different islands in the Galapagos.
Galápagos Islands on a Budget - Scuba and Backpacker Crusie For Young Travelers
We had the Galápagos Islands trip of a lifetime. It was always on our bucket list, and we made it happen while living in Cuenca, Ecuador.
Getting there:
Our trip began in Puerto Ayora on the island of Santa Cruz. We landed in Baltra Airport via Quito. There is a mandatory $100 National Park fee per person before you take your flight to the Galápagos Islands.
Once at Baltra Airport, you can connect directly with your cruise (as most people opt to do - most cruise operators even book your flights from the mainland). We headed into Puerto Ayora for a few days to scuba dive and explore. We highly recommend booking in Puerto Ayora. From the airport, you take a bus to the ferry (to get from Baltra to Santa Cruz) to another taxi (or bus).
In Puerto Ayora, the bus will drop you off at the Terminal Terrestre station. The trip takes 1-1.5 hours. From there, you can take any taxi to your hotel.
Puerto Ayora:
The tourist hub of the Galápagos Islands. There are plenty of hotels, restaurants, and tourism agencies hawking deals on trips and cruises. Don't forget to spend a day between Las Grietas and Tortuga Bay, if not scuba diving. Also, the Charles Darwin Station and tortoises at El Chato are cool if they aren't included in your cruise itinerary.
The Basics in Puerto Ayora:
There are ATMs in the town. Tipping is typically 10% if not already included. The best WiFi is in the cafeteria above the Proinsular Market grocery store (also has healthy food and views!)
Scuba Diving in Puerto Ayora:
Scuba Iguana, Academy Bay Diving, and Macarron Scuba Diver. When we arrived, most shops were sold out. We went with Macarron, although the others came highly recommended. Our dives were $160 per person for a two-tank dive. There is one place YOU MUST dive: Gordon Rocks. That's where you're most likely to spot pods of hammerhead sharks (we saw a pod of 30 up close!) To dive Gordon Rocks, dive shops require at least 25 prior dives. The concern is real due to the depth and strong current. We also dove at Seymour and Mosquera. Great dives, but no hammerheads.
Restaurants in Puerto Ayora:
You'll want to eat cazuela at the kioskas which pour out onto the street at Charles Binford at night. Great spot! Our favorite restaurants were the Lo & Lo and the Galápagos Deli for breakfast and lunch. For dinner, our favorite spot was La Garrapata, right along the shore.
Cruises from Puerto Ayora:
We booked a last minute cruise price 2 weeks before departure from a Quito tour company called Carpe Diem. We went on the 8 Days Adventure Cruise on the Darwin Yacht. This was one of their budget options and came to $1700 per person without flights. From talking to other passengers, it sounds like we got a good price by booking early, and we were given a prime room on the third floor of the ship. We are not sure if it is because we were celebrating our honeymoon, or if it was because we didn't book just days before.
We had a great time on our cruise. We were curious to see how our budget cruise would pan out (the most expensive ones are closer to $10,000 a trip), and it was better than we could have hoped. With more expensive cruises, you risk being in an elderly crowd. Our cruise had people ages 20-60, but with most in their 20s and 30s. We had a faster-paced snorkel and hiking experience. Aside from the clientele on the boat, the Galápagos National Parks require official and highly trained guides. Our guide, Rafael, was incredibly knowledgeable. There are also several workers on the boats. We had phenomenal meals. They even accommodated vegetarians! The one thing we would recommend you bring from either the airport or from Puerto Ayora is your own beer, wine, and alcohol. The boat's crew didn't mind us drinking our own bottle of wine. The boat only had beer. Also, Dramamine is good to have just in case.
Most boats go on 15-day tours and make stops to the islands to drop off and pick up new passengers in between to create two tours of 8 days and three tours of 5 days. We recommend an 8-day cruise, but if you're short on time, spend time on Isabela on your own (you can get there by speed boat from Puerto Ayora.) You can also check out San Cristobal, which was a close second favorite (and you can stay in town at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.)
We loved our cruise and saw all the amazing wildlife. Our cruise itinerary can be found here:
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GUAYAQUIL es BELLO y Guayaquil Visión cumple al 100%, al 2014.03.02.
La parada de estación de Guayaquil Visión es Olmedo y malecón (Junto al Club la Unión).
Este recorrido dura 1h40 y sus recorrido es centro y norte de la ciudad donde podrá disfrutar de Guayaquil a otro nivel.
Tienen un costo de $6 por adulto y $4 niños y tercera edad.
Desde Plaza Olmedo:
10h40 - 13h40 - 15h30 - 17h20 - 19h10
Recorrido:-
Av. Olmedo - Malecón Simón Bolívar- Cerro Santa Ana- Av. Pedro Menéndez- Plaza Dañín- Av. de las Américas- Av. Fco. de Orellana- Av. San Jorge- Parque Baquerizo Moreno- Av. 9 de Octubre- Parque Centenario- Plaza de la Administración- Parque Seminario (De las iguanas)- Casona Universitaria- Plaza Olmedo.
Este feriado Hacemos Parque Histórico saliendo desde Olmedo a las 9h00, este tiene duración 4 horas, es recorrido por la ciudad en bus panorámico, caminata parque histórico donde podrá disfrutar de la historia antigua de Guayaquil, la zona urbana arquitectónica y vida silvestre a mas podrás disfrutar el show de los compadres en la casa campesina este paquete incluye 2 box lunch , tiene un costo de $14 adultos, niños y tercera edad $12.
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Guayaquil Visión es una operadora de turismo, con 8 años de experiencia. Administramos los buses panorámicos de dos pisos y, de esta manera, fomentamos el desarrollo turísticos de la ciudad de Guayaquil y su zona de influencia. Ofrecemos un atractivo paquete de productos turísticos mediante el uso de nuestros recursos (buses) para satisfacer a nuestra amplia gama de clientes. Además diseñamos programas a gusto del cliente para grupos de interés especial e individual, charters, etc.
GUAYAQUIL VISIÓN inició sus operaciones en julio del 2004 con una flota de cuatro buses de doble cubierta descapotados, marca Leyland de fabricación británica, la empresa se constituyó como operador turístico y nuestra oficina está localizada en el Centro de Convenciones Simón Bolívar de la ciudad de Guayaquil, eje del desarrollo turístico porteño.
Nuestra Misión:
Nacimos con el objetivo de brindar a los turistas nacionales y extranjeros el vivir y disfrutar de una experiencia turística a otro nivel en la ciudad de Guayaquil, dando a conocer los encantos de nuestra bella y alegre urbe y de esta manera contribuir a su crecimiento económico, social y productivo.
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Constituirnos en una compañía solida, posicionados a nivel nacional y con reconocimiento internacional en brindar servicios turísticos vivenciales de gran poder de recordación y calidad, buscando la excelencia y fidelidad de nuestros distinguidos usuarios, logrando así forjar con ellos relaciones a largo plazo.
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This is why you should visit the Galapagos Islands!
The Galapagos Islands are definitely a bucket list destination! Watch this video to see why you should visit the Enchanted Galapagos Islands!! Check out our Galapagos cruises, island hopping tours and day trips: enjoyingecuador.com
Galapagos: an independent land-based tour
On a land-base tour of the Galapagos I saw a multitude of wildlife, went on day trips to uninhabited islands and explored the inhabited ones as well. Read the full article here: intravelmag.com/in-depth/a-land-based-tour-in-the-galapagos
Galapagos White tip shark @ La Corona del Diablo
We were up close and personal!
galapagos sea lions
These playful sea lions just loved putting on a show for us. They would spin and circle us and seems to really enjoy entertaining us. This was part of a group tour to Ecuador with 3 days in Quito and 6 days in the Galapagos. We toured 3 islands - Santa Cruz, Floreana and Isabella with lodging on each island. For more info on our tours go to
Galapagos stranded in search of food and drink
walking the streets of Port Ayora in search of food
Chase Wymer Gets the 3rd Out
Sometimes you just have to be patient. Eventually, Chase Wymer gets the 3rd out.